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The digital platform ECODATA has been implemented in Uzbekistan, which consolidates information on biodiversity and protected natural areas. This was reported by the press service of the Committee on Ecology and Climate Change.

Creation and structure of the platform

The ECODATA platform was developed in cooperation between the National Committee on Ecology and Climate Change, the United Nations Development Programme, and the Global Environment Facility. It consists of seven main modules and more than 60 related tables, covering 12 provinces and Karakalpakstan.

Content and functions of the database

The system aggregates data on animal and plant species, rare species included in the Red Book, as well as data on reserves, national parks, forests, water bodies, and pastures. The system is designed to track changes in the population and distribution of species, compare indicators across regions, and make environmental decisions based on available data.

Monitoring capabilities and participation

A key feature of the platform is the ability to directly transmit observation results from natural territories. Specialists can send GPS coordinates, photos, and additional material to the database via mobile devices. If there is no internet connection, the information is saved on the device and automatically synchronized with the central database once the connection is restored.

In the future, citizens and researchers will be able to submit photos of animals or plants with specified coordinates to the system. If a species cannot be identified, the data will be forwarded to specialists for verification. ECODATA is also used to calculate limits for natural resource use and analyze monitoring results. Plans also include automatic alerts upon a sharp decline in the population of rare species, climate impact assessment, and integration with international information systems.

The creative industry is recognized as one of the most important sectors of the economy, relying on intellectual potential and creating high added value. The law adopted on July 7, 2026, titled 'On Amendments and Additions to Certain Legislative Acts of the Republic of Uzbekistan on the Development of the Creative Economy,' plays a key role in the further development of this sphere, improving its legal framework, and supporting creative businesses.

Overview of the New Law's Provisions

Fazliddin O'ktamov, Head of the Department of Economy and Finance, told UzA correspondent that the legal basis for developing the creative economy in the country has been further improved. Law No. URQ-1157 of July 7, 2026, opens up new opportunities for entrepreneurs, creative workers, and investors operating in the creative industry.

The main goal of this legislative act is to ensure the sustainable growth of the creative industry, create more favorable conditions for industry subjects, expand stimulation mechanisms, and transform creative ideas into economic value. Furthermore, the law promotes international cooperation and enhances the country's competitiveness in the field of the creative economy.

Changes in Legislation

The law introduced significant amendments and additions to the Tax Code, as well as to the laws 'On Public Procurement' and 'On the Creative Economy.' These amendments are aimed at supporting creative businesses, attracting new participants, and forming a more favorable legal environment for international interaction.

Tax Incentives for Foreign Partners

One of the most significant innovations was the introduction of tax incentives for foreign contractors participating in creative projects. According to the law, from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2030, foreign contractors engaged in implementing projects carried out by residents of the Fund for the Development of Culture and Arts under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Creative Industry Park are exempt from VAT, profit tax withheld at source, and personal income tax.

These incentives apply when foreign specialists are hired to perform work or provide services directly related to creative projects. This allows for a reduction in costs associated with attracting highly qualified specialists and international experience to creative projects.

Support for New Entities

Another important aspect of the law concerns the support for newly established entities in the creative industry. Previously, it was required that an entity's income from creative activities constituted at least 80% of its total annual income to receive the status of a resident of the Creative Industry Park. Now, this requirement is temporarily not applied when admitting new or recently registered entities to the park.

This gives new creative enterprises the opportunity to benefit from incentives during the initial stage of operation and facilitates their entry into the market. However, the law maintains financial discipline: if the established requirements are not met by the end of the fiscal year, the used benefits are subject to recalculation and recovery into the budget in accordance with current tax legislation.

Changes in Public Procurement

An important amendment was also made to the 'On Public Procurement' law. Now, public procurement related to the organization and holding of international and interstate events in the field of culture and art can be conducted directly based on contracts. This simplifies and accelerates the organization of international festivals, forums, exhibitions, and other cultural events.

Overall, the new law aims to create a more favorable legal environment for the creative industry. It opens up opportunities for expanding international cooperation, attracting foreign specialists and services, supporting new creative enterprises, increasing the economic value of creative products and services, and strengthening Uzbekistan's authority on the world cultural stage.

It is emphasized, however, that the effective use of incentives and concessions requires market participants to comply with established requirements, ensure transparent accounting, and maintain financial discipline. These changes represent an important legal step towards the sustainable development of the creative economy, the support of innovative ideas, and the formation of a modern creative ecosystem in the country.

The 'Shatakka Olish' mechanism contributes to strengthening the economic self-sufficiency of local production enterprises. Five years ago, at an industrial fair organized at the Noviy Machine-Building Plant of the complex, an exhibition took place. At this exhibition, new types of products replacing imports, developed based on inventions, rationalization proposals, and innovative ideas from a large industrial enterprise, as well as in cooperation with local producers, were presented.

Development of Technological Partnership

The exhibition showcased products that were implemented, are planned for implementation, or recommended for implementation at local enterprises, replacing imported goods. Later, technological cooperation with local enterprises within the framework of the 'Shatakka Olish' mechanism continued.

Results of Mechanism Implementation

Noviy Konmetallurgiya Complex became the first in the republic to implement this mechanism. To date, more than 200 types of import-substituting products have been purchased from partner enterprises under this mechanism. Over the past five years, new types of products have been acquired as a result of the 'Shatakka Olish' process, and goods worth 3 trillion sums have been purchased for the complex's needs.

Financial Indicators and Partners

According to Ulugbek Sanakulov, head of the 'NKMK' department, in 2025, products supplied by enterprises participating in the 'Shatakka Olish' program amounted to 783 billion sums, which is almost three times higher than the figure for 2021. He also noted that the economic indicators of these enterprises are growing steadily. Long-term partners include companies such as 'Gidro Stanko Servis' MChJ, which supplies equipment and spare parts for mines; 'Navpromlitmash' MChJ, which supplies mining equipment, filters, and steel alloys; 'Chilon Lubricants' MChJ, which supplies technical oils and reagents; 'Noviy Elektrod Zavod' MChJ, which supplies graphite electrodes; 'Noviy Elektromontaj' MChJ, which supplies electric motors and equipment; 'Euro Prom Lider' MChJ, which supplies filter fabric; and 'Carbon Polymer' MChJ, which supplies fluoroplastic and polymer products, as well as other types of goods.

'Shatak Pyramid' Concept

Another positive result of this mechanism is the formation of the 'Shatak Pyramid,' where enterprises included in the 'Shatakka Olish' program begin to independently attract other, smaller enterprises into this system. One such example is the enterprise 'Navpromlitmash.' Established in 2007, the joint-stock company 'Navpromlitmash' produces dozens of components, including non-standard equipment, copper and brass pipes, and cast iron products. Furthermore, under the brand 'Universal Filter,' this joint-stock company produces air and oil filters for industry and automobiles, which contribute to import substitution.

Production Achievements of 'Navpromlitmash'

Ibrohim Faiziyev, Director of 'Navpromlitmash' MChJ, recipient of the 'Dostlik' Order, reported that in 2025, the enterprise produced over 220 types of products. In cooperation with 'Noviy Konmetallurgiya Complex,' 400 billion sums worth of spare parts were produced last year. The manufactured equipment and spare parts are supplied not only to 'Noviy Konmetallurgiya Complex' but also to large industrial enterprises such as 'Olmaliq Konmetallurgiya Complex,' 'Noviyuran,' 'Noviyazot,' and 'Noviy Issiqlik Elektrostantsiyasi,' which strengthens the enterprise's reputation as a reliable partner.

Plans for Production Expansion

As part of the program for expanding and modernizing production for the period 2022–2026, it is planned to produce 150 thousand aluminum and copper wires annually for cable conduits, as well as 300 thousand air and oil filters for industry and automobiles. It is important to note that this has created new jobs and provided the opportunity to produce import-substituting products worth 249 billion sums per year.

Thus, the 'Shatakka Olish' system not only strengthens the economic independence of local enterprises but also promotes the development of design and technological documentation, as well as the production of new types of import-substituting products.